Universal fingernail scrub brush

ABSTRACT

The combination of a suctioning device and fingernail scrub brush is described and intended for mounting the scrub brush onto a desired surface. In one embodiment, a single suction cup is made attached to said scrub brush. In another embodiment, the said scrub brush is made detachable from the said suctioning device serving as a holster.

STATEMENT REGARDING FEDERALLY SPONSORED RESEARCH OR DEVELOPMENT

Not Applicable

BACKGROUND

My present invention relates to a fingernail scrub brush, intended for use by the general public. The existing products that serve the same purpose as this invention are similar and basic in their embodiments. The base-handle of those designs are composed of a hard material such as plastic or wood. One problem associated with those basic designs is their lack of consistency. This is because those designs are prone to being misplaced and or disregarded. It is therefore in my opinion that those designs do not promote the practice of cleaning underneath the fingernails. The reason for this is, for example; if someone is washing their hands and does not see a fingernail scrub brush usually, one would not think to remove the dirt and bacteria inhabited underneath the fingernails. Another problem occurs when the scrub brush is used. It is usually placed on a flat surface, such as a countertop. The scrub brush often forms a puddle of water. in fact, the puddle itself can facilitate the growth of bacteria further increasing the chances of contaminating the brush. Yet another problem associated with use of the common design is the bristle length, which usually protrudes half of an inch or longer from its housing surface. The flexibility of the brush block does not provide an effective scrubbing for those with short fingernails.

BRIEF SUMMARY

the purpose of this invention is to promote the practice of cleaning underneath the fingernails by means of convenience and consistency. The combination of a fingernail scrub brush and a suctioning device create a universal design which allows the scrub brush to be mounted onto a sink or shower therefore, making the scrub brush visible and easily accessible. This orientation can result in a person readily using the scrub brush due to the aforementioned means. In reference to U.S. Pat. No. 6,280,111 Oct. 28, 2001, the means for drip drying a scrub brush is provided by a housing in a dispensing container. The design of the present invention would allow the apparatus to drip into the sink or shower and air dry. Another objective of this invention is to effectively clean fingernails of various lengths, particularly those of shorter length. A [shorter than average] bristle series is provided to minimize flexibility of the bristles and effectively clean underneath short finger nails.

DETAILED DISCRIPTION

The precise improvement of this invention is the concept for a universal design. In the case of this invention the term universal is applied to the fact that the apparatus can mount onto any surface where washing hands is possible. The term can also be applied to the brush block specifically designed to effectively clean underneath fingernails of any length.

the said base for the embodiment contemplated would be made from an elastomeric material, such as rubber. The said base would have a double wall intended for housing of the brush block. The thinner surrounding wall is intended for molding various decorative shapes. The said base may vary in matter and therefore, does not constitute the concept of this invention.

The front side of the said housing wall would consist of a two-part brush block, intended for cleaning fingernails of various lengths. The two-part brush block should be displayed on opposite parallel sides. The longer bristle series may protrude half of an inch from the housing surface. However, it is preferred that the shorter bristle series protrude a quarter of an inch from the housing surface. The reason for this [shorter than average] bristle series is that the lack of flexibility in the bristles will provide an effective scrubbing for those with short fingernails with less effort and is also made suitable for children. The brush block should not be confined to any such polymers, but should be ideal for its intended purpose.

The backside of the said housing wall would consist of a suctioning device, in the case of the embodiment contemplated a single suction cup can be made attached to the base. The suction cup can also have a tab extending from its non-working side to form an easy release from its mounted surface.

The above combined components create a universal design for a fingernail scrub brush. It is with consideration to the purpose of this invention that it would be a good decision by a manufacturer to include antimicrobial agents into the described apparatus.

This invention is intended for use with ones desired choice of soap which is regularly used for washing the hands and will aid in the removal of the dirt and bacteria inhabited underneath the fingernails. It is therefore in my opinion that, because the apparatus is always within sight and easily accessible, it will promote the practice of cleaning underneath the fingernails by means of convenience consistency. 

1. A universal design for a fingernail scrub brush comprising a base, said base having a housing wall, said housing wall having a relatively thinner surrounding wall intended for molding various decorative shapes and graphic displays.
 2. A universal design for a fingernail scrub brush according to claim 1, wherein front side of said scrub brush comprises a two-part brush block, intended for effectively cleaning underneath fingernails of various lengths.
 3. A universal design for a fingernail scrub brush according to claim 1, wherein back side of said scrub brush comprises a single suction cup, intended for both a handle and mounting said scrub brush onto a designated area. 